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As we kick off 2024, I want to remind you of the importance of regular attendance for our youngest learners. Attending school regularly ensures that your child is actively engaged in interactive lessons, group activities, and hands-on learning experiences that form the building blocks of their education. These daily interactions contribute significantly to their development of essential skills, social connections, and a love for learning. While we understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, we kindly ask for your support in prioritizing regular attendance to provide your child with the best possible foundation for success.

Below you will find some tips that you may find helpful.

Attendance Tips:

• Make sure your children keep a regular bedtime and have a morning routine.
• Turn off all electronics, including TVs, phones and tablets, at bedtime.
• Make sure clothes and backpacks are ready the night before.
• Check with our school nurse or office staff if you are not sure about when to keep your child at home due to illness.
• If your child needs to stay home due to illness, ask your teacher for materials and advice about how to help your child stay involved in learning.
• Avoid scheduling vacations or doctor’s appointments when school is in session.
• Talk to teachers and counselors if your student feels anxious about school.
• Develop back up plans. Call on a family member, neighbor or another parent to take your student to school if you are having trouble.

Jan. 8: 6th Grade Band informational meeting 6:30pm in CMS Auditorium

Jan. 15: No School / Martin Luther King Day
Jan. 19: End of Second Quarter
Jan. 22: No School for Students / Staff Grading, Parent Communication, Content Development

Jan. 26: 2nd Grade Concert - 2:30pm

Jan. 29: PTO Meeting 6:30pm - Media Center

Feb. 16: No School / Staff Development

Feb. 19: No School / President's Day

Feb. 22: Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences 4-8pm

Feb. 26: PTO Meeting 6:30pm - Media Center

Feb. 29: Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences 4-8pm

It is the school’s expectation that cell phones remain in the student’s backpack throughout the day, including while on the bus. If your student brings a device and it becomes a distraction to his/her learning or the learning of others, or if it impacts the security of students, a parent / guardian will be notified. Devices should not be used as a method of communication during the school day. As with anything of value, the school is not liable for theft or damage.

Student absence requests will be submitted through Campus Parent Portal for students in grades K-12 beginning January 22, 2024. An “Attendance Request” link will be found on the Parent Hub on your school website for easy access to the Portal and includes resources to assist. Attendance requests can also be submitted through the Campus Parent Portal mobile app.

Included below are a few links you may find helpful. Please contact your student’s school office with any questions. Thank you.

Helpful links:

Parent Portal Login Assistance

A Guide on How to Submit Absence Requests

Please be sure your child/children bring proper clothing for outdoor recess activities. Make sure boots, mittens, hats, and jackets are marked with their names. If your child/children is in need of winter clothing please contact the Blue Heron office by calling the office at 763-792-6200. Also, please check the school's LOST & FOUND for items that may go missing.

Students will continue to go outside unless the following conditions are present:

Order your 2023-2024 yearbook today. The yearbook cost is $20.50 through January 26th. On January 27th, the price increases to $22. See below for order information.

It’s a new year and there are many new opportunities for you and your family to get active and get involved!

· Cougar Choir (gr. 3-5)

· RevSports Basketball (ages 2-9)

· RevSports Ninja Warrior (ages 2-9)

· Mermaid Tales: Learn How to Be a Mermaid (ages 6-11+)

· Next Step-Up Ninja (ages 6-13)

· Family Puzzle Challenge (12 and under with adult)

More happening soon:

Jan. 11- Kids Dance (gr. PreK-5)

Jan. 14- Youth Beginner Indoor Tennis Lessons (ages 5-12)

Jan. 22- DASH Multi-Sport Non-School Day Camp (gr. K-5)

Jan. 25- Golf Squad (gr. 1-5)

Jan. 29- Sports Mania (ages 4-6)

Jan. 30- Paleo Digging Fun (gr. K-4) After school at Blue Heron!

Feb. 3- Cougar Cub Basketball Camp (gr. 1-3)

Feb. 4- Cougar Soccer Academy (gr. K-5)

Feb. 10- Canvas Fun: Heart Tree (gr. K-5)

Go online to view all activities and to register, communityed.isd12.org.

Welcome to the Digital Backpack, the district’s central posting place for community flyers. If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. Browse the Digital Backpack.

Email: apalmsteen@isd12.org
Website: www.isd12.org/schools/elementary-schools/blue-heron-elementary
Location: 405 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN, USA
Phone: 763.792.6200